On February 25, Poland's National Prosecutor's Office announced that charges have been brought against the former heads of the Internal Security Agency (ABW) and the Military Counterintelligence Service (SKW). Prosecutors claimed that Piotr P., the former head of ABW, failed to fulfill his official duties between October 2018 and February 2020 by allowing the use of the Pegasus system for surveillance despite significant doubts surrounding its legality. The prosecutor's office argues that Piotr P. had knowledge of the potential risks connected with the operational activities of ABW being compromised due to the system's controversial status.

The prosecution's allegations include that Piotr P. continued to utilize the Pegasus system for operational oversight even though it lacked the necessary legal accreditation for information security. This raises concerns about whether sensitive information related to national security was adequately protected, as the ABW apparently never verified the system's capability to process classified information securely. The lack of such verification could imply significant failings in oversight within Poland's intelligence services.

The significance of these charges is amplified by the ongoing debates surrounding the use of spyware like Pegasus globally, particularly in relation to civil liberties and government transparency. As this case evolves, it will not only question the actions and decisions taken by high-ranking officials at ABW but also shed light on the broader issue of accountability within Poland’s security apparatus.